Author: Julius Konton

By: Ben TC Brooks A sorrowful event unfolded on July 8, 2025, in Joequiken, where a 32-year-old man identified as Fred Moses, known locally as “KOLOKOLO,” tragically died after falling into a water-filled abandoned gold pit. The accident occurred in Electoral District 2 of Gbeapo Joequiken, situated south of River Gee County, about 30 kilometers from the county seat, Fish-Town, which is renowned for its gold mining activities. Moses, who hailed from Maryland County, had been working as a gold digger under the guidance of Mohammed Jalloh, a well-known businessman in the area of perceived Fulani descent. Family members shared…

The Executive Vice Chairperson of the Liberia Anti Corruption Commission Ernest Hughes said the legacy for impunity whether for economic crimes for grave human rights violation has undermine public trust, weakend institutions and rub generations of their future. Speaking at a national conference in Monrovia Mr. Hughes indicated that for Liberia to heal and for the Country’s democracy to thrive , it is key to build a unified accountability ecosystems where institutions reinforce each other mandate and close the impunity gaps from all angles. He said the struggle against corruption and the demand for justice for gross human rights violation…

By: Morlu F. Freeman Sr. By: Morlu F. Freeman Sr.Lofa county correspondent The handover ceremony was held at the Tellewoyan Memorial Hospital and was attended by key stakeholders, including the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the hospital, Rev. James T. Korboi; Roland Gobeh from the County Dynosis (C.D.O); a representative from the Office of the City Mayor; and several administrators and staff of the hospital. Moses Dowee, head of the delegation from the NBSP, expressed deep appreciation to the office of the County Superintendent, local authorities, the Lofa County Health Team, Tellewoyan Memorial Hospital, the media, and the…

By Matalay Kollie The dust has barely settled on the recent student council elections at Bong County Technical College (BCTC) when a political rivalry emerges between Senator Johnny Kpehe Sr. and former District Five Representative Edward Karfiah, signaling a potential shift in the political landscape of Bong County as the 2029 and 2032 senatorial elections approaches. The rivalry took center stage during the college’s recent elections, where both political figures aligned with opposing student political factions. Senator Kpehe backed the Student Progress Congress (SPC), led by Kongoi Gborkorquelli, while Karfiah threw his support behind the rival STUDA-SUP, supported by Alfred…

By Matalay Kollie The Solidarity and Trust for a New Day (STAND), a prominent civil society organization in Liberia, has sharply criticized Police Inspector General Gregory Coleman for recent statements regarding the upcoming “Enough is Enough” protest scheduled for July 17, 2025. STAND described Coleman’s claims as deceptive and misleading, aimed at undermining citizens’ rights to peaceful assembly. In a statement, lead campaigner Mulbah Morlu emphasized that police threats would not deter the planned peaceful protests. He accused Col. Coleman of attempting to legitimize an unwarranted crackdown on demonstrators by spreading what STAND considers reckless misinformation. The organization strongly condemned…

The National Elections Commission of Liberia has release preliminary list of Aspirants for the District 5, Nimba County 2025 Representative By – election. The Aspirants include: Bories B. Barlea-Independent candidate, Abraham Karapo- Liberia Transformation Party, Kortor Sehwongbay Kwagrue- Movement for Democracy and Reconstruction, Tarkpor A. Mambia-Independent and Augustus Karnay Menkoah- Vision for Liberia Transformation Party. Others are: Joseph Gondee Wheyee-Liberia People Democratic Party, Cole Williams-Independent, Madee Kamah Wongbah-Liberia Rebuilding Party, Samson Zayean Wonnah Democrati’s People Party of Liberia and Jackson Soumie You- National Democratic Coalition party. According to the NEC of the Aspirants there are six male candidates and one…

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has made new appointments in government affecting the Local Government of Margibi County and the Ministry of Commerce and Industry respectively. Those appointed are: O. Jay Morris, Jr. Superintendent, Margibi County at theocal government level why Miantor Sei Gbatu was nominated as –Inspector General at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. When confirmed, he will replace Dorh Cooper. These appointments, where applicable, are subject to confirmation by the Liberian Senate. Meanwhile, President Boakai calls on all appointed officials of government to continue to demonstrate diligence, commitment, integrity, professionalism, and loyalty in service to country.

The House of Representatives Joint Committee on Compliance and Concessions Review has adjourned its hearing with ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) following the company’s failure to provide key documents and clarify issues surrounding Liberia’s equity stake. During the hearing, AML formally apologized to the Committee for its initial failure to honor the scheduled appearance. In response, the Committee accepted the apology and granted pardon, allowing the proceedings to continue. However, the Committee expressed serious concern over AML’s inability to justify why Liberia’s equity share in the company was reduced from 30 percent to 15 percent. This unexplained reduction was deemed a matter…

Gbarpolu County Senator Amara Konneh has called on National leaders to reflect more on the national healing process of Liberia. According to him, Liberia’s story over the period is sad as such requires honesty and hard work to help address the issue. Speaking at the opening of a national gathering, Senator Konneh said Liberia can’t relent on the journey of self discovery but the people and national leaders should be honest and reflect, questioning each other if the nation and its people has learned from the bitter history. Liberia he stated will be 178 years in few weeks, yet Liberia…

The Office of the Establishment of War and Economic Crimes Court in Liberia and the Office of the United Nations Higher Commissioner for Human Rights have opened a three day national Conference on the collaboration and complementarity accountability between integrity institutions within the Country. The focus among other things is geared towards accountability for corruption and human rights violation issues in Liberia. Speaking at the opening ceremony, House Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon said the initiative demand action that alien with accountability and justice with anti corruption and justice issues across the Country. He stressed the critical role of increase legislative…